Our Story and Services

Our goal is to understand your financial needs and provide you with the resources to help you meet and exceed them. We are more than happy to assist you in evaluating both your short-term concerns and your long-term goals, using both our extensive experience in the financial services industry, along with Morgan Stanley's wide array of state-of-the-art resources. We are here to serve as your sounding board, where you can voice your goals and obtain reliable financial and investment advice that is best suited for your particular circumstances.

We believe that success in achieving important financial objectives starts with a comprehensive wealth strategy. This is done by helping you define what is most important to you and then formulating the strategies that are optimally suited for your needs, whether they be accumulating wealth or investing for income, solidifying your retirement plan, devising a distribution approach that meets your lifestyle and legacy goals, or somewhere in between.
Services Include
Securities Agent: NY, CA, NJ, MN, DE, TN, VA, UT, PA, FL, AZ, VT, CT, MA, RI, MO, GA, OH, NH, ME, NC, MD, ID, MT, TX; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
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INVESTING WITH DISCIPLINE

The hallmark of our wealth management process is a longstanding commitment to building customized solutions from the ground up, utilizing our experience, wisdom and the intellectual capital of Morgan Stanley. Our local investment team provides hands-on management of our clients’ assets. Unlike many advisors who leave much of the financial management to either a corporate team or digital platform, we personally customize and manage our clients’ investment solutions in-house. A stock can only perform as well as the company itself. Investing is about owning great businesses – sound, solid, operating businesses. Our investment team is a resource not only for The Warr Group but also for our clients; present at financial reviews and accessible to our clients.
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    1: Discovery
    We begin with a conversation to understand your priorities. This is your opportunity to learn about us, as we get to know you. We then review your financial documents to fully understand your current financial situation.
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    2: Analysis
    We utilize a variety of planning and risk analysis tools to identify appropriate solutions and then stress-test each recommendation before formalizing your custom plan.
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    3: Presentation
    We present your plan in detail, which includes investment recommendations, as well as other strategies aimed at reducing risk, minimizing taxes, and achieving your estate planning goals. Based on our discussion, we will revise your plan accordingly.
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    4. Implementation
    Upon your approval, we begin to implement each strategy. We collaborate with your CPA and estate attorney to help ensure continuity. We believe in full transparency and keep you involved each step of the way.
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    5: Ongoing Service
    We meet with you regularly to track performance towards your goals, discuss changes in your life, and update our strategies as needed.

Digital Resources

Our goal is simple: “To be the firm where the most talented, trusted advisors in the industry leverage cutting-edge technology and deliver customized wealth management solutions to their clients and their families to enable them to achieve their life goals.” The Firm strives to ensure it serves clients on market-leading technology platforms that are resilient, safe, efficient, smart, fast and flexible.
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    Morgan Stanley Online
    Morgan Stanley Online and the Morgan Stanley Mobile App provide clients with access to their account information, enriched reporting tools, several cash management solutions and robust market research. The Morgan Stanley Mobile App provides clients with access to their accounts in just a few taps.
    Learn more about MSO
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    Total Wealth View
    Complete your financial picture with Total Wealth View. By linking your external account information, you will benefit from more informed and comprehensive wealth planning, and convenient connectivity.
    Learn more about Total Wealth View
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    Goals Planning System
    A holistic Goals Planning System approach can tailor an investment framework that considers key aspects of a client's life, such as retirement age, healthcare costs, home buying, cash management, legacy needs, and potential withdrawal strategies. Once goals are assessed, various investment proposals are considered to help clients get on track in accordance to their risk tolerance. The new tools will link to the latest asset allocation models, research, and ideas and facilitate us in providing advice where it's needed.
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    Digital Vault
    Keeping important documents and financial records organized and readily available is one of the best gifts you can give those you love in the event of a catastrophe or serious illness, disability, or death. Your Family Records Organizer can immediately provide vital and timely information to both your family and professional advisors. The Digital Vault can be accessed both via Morgan Stanley Online and the Morgan Stanley Mobile App, allowing you to construct a central, shared document library where all documents can be stored using encryption.
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    MS Reserved
    Morgan Stanley Reserved Living & Giving is a tiered complimentary loyalty program that rewards Morgan Stanley's most valued clients. The program is designed to enhance your lifestyle and relationship with the firm beyond traditional wealth management services.
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    Online Security Center
    Safeguarding your assets and personal information is paramount to us here at Morgan Stanley. Learn about our extensive security measures and take advantage of our numerous resources and ideas that are geared towards helping you stay protected on the World Wide Web.
    Learn more about the Online Security Center
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    Portfolio Risk Platform
    Morgan Stanley's Portfolio Risk Platform is powered by BlackRock's Aladdin risk engine, a state-of-the-art, innovative risk engine used by several of the world’s largest institutional asset managers, providing you with comprehensive risk analytics and a sophisticated view of the risk/return dichotomy across your financial portfolios.
    Learn more about the Portfolio Risk Platform
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    CashPlus
    CashPlus is an incentive program that recognizes and rewards clients for choosing Morgan Stanley for their everyday cash management needs. If certain eligibility requirements are met, clients can benefit from a myriad of advantages brought to them by CashPlus.

Giving Back

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    Saratoga Springs Lions Club - Lion of the Year
    A diversified group of over 100 women and men committed to serving those less fortunate, helping keep our community strong and vibrant, and sharing a special bond of fellowship. Making a big difference in the lives of Individuals, helping people see the world and hear its sound. Fighting the diabetes epidemic and helping develop our countries youth.
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    Camp Abilities Saratoga Springs
    Camp Abilities Saratoga is a one-week educational sports camp for children and teens who are blind, visually impaired, and deafblind. It is held at Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs, NY. Camp Abilities Saratoga is a service project of the Saratoga Springs Lions.
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    March of Dimes
    March of Dimes has helped millions of babies survive and thrive. March of Dimes leads the fight for the health of all moms and babies. We believe that every baby deserves the best possible start. Today we educate medical professionals and the public about best practices; we support lifesaving research; we provided comfort and support to families in NICUs; and we advocate for those who need us most, moms and babies.
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    Crohn's and Colitis Foundation
    The Foundation has played a role in every major breakthrough in Inflammatory bowel disease research. We have invested more than $350 million into finding the causes, treatments, and cures for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. And we won’t stop until we realize our vision of a future free from Crohn’s and colitis.

Valuable Tools and Resources

We believe financial education leads to better insights into our investment strategy and discipline, and ultimately, better long-term decisions. As a result, we are committed to providing you with important information about managing your wealth more effectively in today’s global markets.
We have assembled the following resources that reinforce the fundamental investment strategies and concepts of our practice. We’ve provided links to these materials, where available, and hope you’ll return often to learn more about the topics that impact your overall wealth.
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    Wealth Management Home Page
    The Morgan Stanley difference is emphasized when it comes to the plethora of resources that we provide our clients. Click on the link below to learn more about our firm, our values, and our services.
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    Thoughts on the Market Podcast
    With perspectives on the forces shaping the market, join Morgan Stanley's Chief Investment Officer and Chief US Equity Strategist as he and his colleagues discuss their viewpoints regarding the latest trends in the financial marketplace.
    Check out the latest episode
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    Addressing Cybercrime
    In a world that is now more virtual than ever, staying safe online is nothing short of paramount. Take advantage of these helpful hints on how to tell if you've been hacked.
    Learn how to detect hacking
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    Retirement Planning
    It’s important to determine how much money you may need to save for a comfortable retirement. Here are three strategies that can help you optimize your 401(k) plan.
    Explore potential options

Location

340 Broadway
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
US
Direct:
(518) 583-5605(518) 583-5605

Meet My Team

About Joseph Brady

Joseph Brady is a Vice President at Morgan Stanley and a Charter Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC). Prior to becoming a Financial Advisor, Joe was a leading Sales Manager in the agricultural industry. He joined Morgan Stanley in 2004 and now has over 22 years of experience in Wealth Management.

Joe resides in Saratoga Springs, New York, with his wife, Angela, where he is very involved in his local community. He was awarded the Lion of the Year by the Saratoga Springs Lions Club and serves as a Board Member of Camp Abilities Saratoga. He and his family have repeatedly served as an Ambassador Family for the March of Dimes, and he has done plenty of volunteer work with the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation.

In his free time, Joe enjoys traveling and spending time in the kitchen or outside. Joe and Angela have three children, Greg, Caroline, and Colin, as well as an English Labrador, Finn, who has become quite famous on social media!

About Amanda Carter

Amanda is a seasoned professional with a diverse and impressive background in the financial and business sectors. With a bachelor's degree in business administration, having majored in Finance from the University of South Florida, she brings a solid foundation of knowledge and experience to her career.

Over the course of her career so far, Amanda has gained invaluable industry experience in various roles. She has served as a Mortgage Loan Officer, Credit Analyst, and Financial Planner, providing individuals and organizations with sound financial guidance. From her experience, she has gained extensive understanding of the banking and insurance sectors, which has contributed to her well-rounded skillset.

Amanda's career path also led her to the oil and gas industry, where she worked as a Quality Engineer for General Electric Hydril for 3 years. This role demonstrated her adaptability and ability to excel in diverse fields.

Amanda has been a dedicated member of the Morgan Stanley team. Her passion for people and a genuine admiration for working on the service side of the business have made her a valued professional for The Warr Group team. She thrives on client interactions and believes in the importance of the Golden Rule in both life and business, always striving to treat others as she would like to be treated.

Beyond her professional achievements, Amanda is a loving wife and mother of three children: Braiden, Jackson, and Audrey Kay. In her free time, she finds joy in watching her sons play baseball and her daughter’s ballet. Amanda's commitment to her family and her career exemplifies her dedication and balanced approach to life.
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Portfolio Insights

Retirement

Working with you to understand your life goals and develop a personalized wealth strategy. Today and for the years to come.
  • 401(k) Rollovers
  • IRA Plans
  • Retirement income strategies
  • Retirement plan participants
  • Annuities
A Simple Six-Step Retirement Checkup
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A Simple Six-Step Retirement Checkup

Checking in on your retirement plan may make a lot of sense, especially when market volatility arises.

Investing

Working closely with you to guide your wealth and investments through the most challenging market cycles.
  • Asset Management
  • Wealth Planning
  • Traditional Investments
  • Alternative Investments
  • Impact Investing
Rational Investing in an Age of Uncertainty
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Rational Investing in an Age of Uncertainty

When it comes to investing, even the most savvy of us fall prey to bias and emotional trades. So what triggers should you watch for?

Family

Creating customized financial strategies for the challenges that today’s families face.
  • Estate Planning Strategies
  • 529 Plans / Education Savings Planning
  • Long Term Care Insurance
  • Special Needs Planning
  • Trust Services
529 Plans: A Powerful Tool to Save for Education
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529 Plans: A Powerful Tool to Save for Education

Though education costs continue to climb, starting to save and invest early can make a difference.

Business Planning

Helping you on key aspects of your business such as ownership, liquidity and developing opportunities.
  • Succession Planning
  • Business Planning
  • Qualified Retirement Plans
Financial Planning for Life After Selling a Business
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Financial Planning for Life After Selling a Business

Selling your business can mean big changes for your life, both personally and financially. Know how to make the most of your windfall.

Philanthropy

Making sure your philanthropic dollars are managed with the same high quality service as the rest of your wealth.
  • Endowments
  • Foundations
  • Donor Advised Funds
  • Impact Investing
Donor Advised Funds: A Smart Way to Manage Your Giving
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Donor Advised Funds: A Smart Way to Manage Your Giving

There's more to charitable giving than you may realize. Here's one method that may be a tax-efficient way to give and can help maximize your impact.
Ready to start a conversation? Contact Joseph Brady today.
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2Investors should consider many factors before deciding which 529 plan is appropriate. Some of these factors include: the Plan's investment options and the historical investment performance of these options, the Plan's flexibility and features, the reputation and expertise of the Plan's investment manager, Plan contribution limits and the federal and state tax benefits associated with an investment in the Plan. Some states, for example, offer favorable tax treatment and other benefits to their residents only if they invest in the state's own Qualified Tuition Program. Investors should determine their home state's tax treatment of 529 plans when considering whether to choose an in-state or out-of-state plan. Investors should consult with their tax or legal advisor before investing in any 529 Plan or contact their state tax division for more information. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC does not provide tax and/or legal advice. Investors should review a Program Disclosure Statement, which contains more information on investment options, risk factors, fees and expenses and possible tax consequences.

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3Alternative Investments are speculative and include a high degree of risk. An investor could lose all or a substantial amount of his/her investment. Alternative investments are appropriate only for qualified, long-term investors who are willing to forgo liquidity and put capital at risk for an indefinite period of time.

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4Annuities are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.

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5When Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors (collectively, “Morgan Stanley”) provide “investment advice” regarding a retirement or welfare benefit plan account, an individual retirement account or a Coverdell education savings account (“Retirement Account”), Morgan Stanley is a “fiduciary” as those terms are defined under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, as amended (“ERISA”), and/or the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (the “Code”), as applicable. When Morgan Stanley provides investment education, takes orders on an unsolicited basis or otherwise does not provide “investment advice”, Morgan Stanley will not be considered a “fiduciary” under ERISA and/or the Code. For more information regarding Morgan Stanley’s role with respect to a Retirement Account, please visit www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/dol. Tax laws are complex and subject to change. Morgan Stanley does not provide tax or legal advice. Individuals are encouraged to consult their tax and legal advisors (a) before establishing a Retirement Account, and (b) regarding any potential tax, ERISA and related consequences of any investments or other transactions made with respect to a Retirement Account. Individuals should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for matters involving trust and estate planning, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.

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6Morgan Stanley offers a wide array of brokerage and advisory services to its clients, each of which may create a different type of relationship with different obligations to you. Please consult with your Financial Advisor to understand these differences or review our Understanding Your Brokerage and Investment Advisory Relationships brochure available at www.morganstanley.com/wealth-relationshipwithms/pdfs/understandingyourrelationship.pdf.

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7Fixed Income investing entails credit risks and interest rate risks. When interest rates rise, bond prices generally fall.

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8Insurance products are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.

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9Insurance products are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.

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10Municipal bonds may not be appropriate for all investors. Income generated from an investment in a municipal bond is generally exempt from federal income taxes. Some income may be subject to state and local taxes and to the federal alternative minimum tax. Capital gains, if any, are subject to tax.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”) and its Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors do not provide any tax/legal advice. Consult your own tax/legal advisor before making any tax or legal-related investment decisions.

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11When Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors (collectively, “Morgan Stanley”) provide “investment advice” regarding a retirement or welfare benefit plan account, an individual retirement account or a Coverdell education savings account (“Retirement Account”), Morgan Stanley is a “fiduciary” as those terms are defined under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, as amended (“ERISA”), and/or the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (the “Code”), as applicable. When Morgan Stanley provides investment education, takes orders on an unsolicited basis or otherwise does not provide “investment advice”, Morgan Stanley will not be considered a “fiduciary” under ERISA and/or the Code. For more information regarding Morgan Stanley’s role with respect to a Retirement Account, please visit www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/dol. Tax laws are complex and subject to change. Morgan Stanley does not provide tax or legal advice. Individuals are encouraged to consult their tax and legal advisors (a) before establishing a Retirement Account, and (b) regarding any potential tax, ERISA and related consequences of any investments or other transactions made with respect to a Retirement Account. Individuals should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for matters involving trust and estate planning, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.

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12When Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors (collectively, “Morgan Stanley”) provide “investment advice” regarding a retirement or welfare benefit plan account, an individual retirement account or a Coverdell education savings account (“Retirement Account”), Morgan Stanley is a “fiduciary” as those terms are defined under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, as amended (“ERISA”), and/or the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (the “Code”), as applicable. When Morgan Stanley provides investment education, takes orders on an unsolicited basis or otherwise does not provide “investment advice”, Morgan Stanley will not be considered a “fiduciary” under ERISA and/or the Code. For more information regarding Morgan Stanley’s role with respect to a Retirement Account, please visit www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/dol. Tax laws are complex and subject to change. Morgan Stanley does not provide tax or legal advice. Individuals are encouraged to consult their tax and legal advisors (a) before establishing a Retirement Account, and (b) regarding any potential tax, ERISA and related consequences of any investments or other transactions made with respect to a Retirement Account. Individuals should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for matters involving trust and estate planning, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.

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13Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Clients should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for matters involving trust and estate planning and other legal matters.

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